The Role of the Oceans in the World
  • 1. What is the largest ocean on Earth?
A) Indian Ocean
B) Pacific Ocean
C) Atlantic Ocean
D) Arctic Ocean
  • 2. Which ocean is the smallest?
A) Southern Ocean
B) Indian Ocean
C) Atlantic Ocean
D) Arctic Ocean
  • 3. What percentage of the Earth's surface is covered by oceans?
A) 80%
B) 65%
C) 50%
D) 71%
  • 4. What is the process by which water from the ocean enters the atmosphere?
A) Precipitation
B) Evaporation
C) Condensation
D) Infiltration
  • 5. Which current is known for its warm water and influences weather patterns?
A) Benguela Current
B) Gulf Stream
C) California Current
D) Labrador Current
  • 6. What do we call the ocean zone where sunlight can penetrate?
A) Benthic zone
B) Neritic zone
C) Aphotic zone
D) Photic zone
  • 7. How do oceans influence weather patterns?
A) By generating rainfall directly
B) By creating landforms
C) By blocking wind currents
D) By storing and releasing heat
  • 8. What role do oceans play in the carbon cycle?
A) Carbon source
B) Carbon neutral
C) Carbon sink
D) Carbon amplifier
  • 9. Which phenomenon is characterized by the rise of sea temperatures?
A) La Niña
B) Hurricane
C) El Niño
D) Monsoon
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